Monthly Archives: November 2010

Reflections on the Readings for Sunday 5 December 2010 Isaiah 11:1-10; Psalm 72:1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17; Romans 15:4-9; Matthew 3:1-12 From my present context of economic meltdown in Ireland, Isaiah’s message strikes a chord. I need the same kind of … Continue reading →

Reflections on the readings for Sunday 28 November 2010 Isaiah 2:1-5; Psalm 122; Romans 13:11-14; Matthew 24:37-44 “Even so, come Lord Jesus!” These are the concluding words of the New Testament, reflecting the longing with which we reconnect in the … Continue reading →

Reflections on the readings for Sunday 21 November 2010 2 Samuel 5:1-3; Psalm 122:1-5; Colossians 1:12-20; Luke 23:35-43 David’s journey to kingship was a circuitous one. He had been anointed by the prophet Samuel while he was still a shepherd … Continue reading →

Reflections on the Readings for Sunday 14 November 2010 Malachi 3:19-20a (4:1-2a); Psalm 98:5-9; 2 Thessalonians 3:7-12; Luke 21:5-19 The Lord comes to rule the earth with justice ….. Our faith affirms that, even though our present reality does not … Continue reading →

Reflections on the readings for Sunday 7 November 2010 2 Maccabees 7:1-2, 9-14; Psalm 17:1, 5-6, 8, 15; 2 Thessalonians 2:16-3:5; Luke 20:27-38 Belief in the resurrection is a defining feature of the Christian faith. What role does it play … Continue reading →